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Case
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Reference no. 9-793-120
Published by: Harvard Business Publishing
Originally published in: 1993
Version: 17 May 1994
Length: 25 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

Genzyme Corp, one of the largest biotechnology companies, has succeeded in developing, manufacturing, and commercializing its first therapeutic, a treatment for a rare genetic disease. Analysis of the case requires students to identify and understand how Genzyme has designed its strategy to effectively manage, mitigate, or exploit the uncertainties it had faced in the past. In 1993, the company faces challenges in managing future uncertainties involving the product's market, manufacturing, and pricing.
Location:
Size:
USD220 million revenues, 1,500 employees
Other setting(s):
1993

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Abstract

Genzyme Corp, one of the largest biotechnology companies, has succeeded in developing, manufacturing, and commercializing its first therapeutic, a treatment for a rare genetic disease. Analysis of the case requires students to identify and understand how Genzyme has designed its strategy to effectively manage, mitigate, or exploit the uncertainties it had faced in the past. In 1993, the company faces challenges in managing future uncertainties involving the product's market, manufacturing, and pricing.

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Location:
Size:
USD220 million revenues, 1,500 employees
Other setting(s):
1993

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